March 14-16, 2027
University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center & The Expo
Springfield, Missouri
2027 State Leadership Conference
LIGHTS, CAMERA, LEAD! Missouri FCCLA has had an Oscar winning year and we aren’t finished yet! Join the State Executive Council and hundreds of members across the state for a conference you won’t forget. The State Leadership Conference provides members with the opportunity to network, expand leadership skills, explore national programs, show off in competitive events, and so much more! To kick off this conference we will hear from keynote speaker, Bryan Rush who is going to get your energy pumping for the days ahead! Will we see you there? Register below now!!

2026 General Session Recordings (available until November 30, 2026)
Conference Registration
All individuals wishing to attend any of the conference sessions or activities (including all general sessions) must be registered for the conference with a chapter. No individuals will be permitted into conference sessions and activities without a conference badge. The exception will be the Red & White Dinner and competitive event evaluators – invited and registered guests will be permitted into the Red & White Dinner and verified competitive event volunteers will be permitted to their assigned location without a registration badge; however, if dinner guests and volunteers would like to attend any conference sessions following the dinner or competitive events, conference registration is required.
Regular Registration
Rate: $110
Deadline: February 12, 2027 at 6:00pm
Late Registration
Rate: $135
Deadline: February 19, 2027 at 6:00pm
*Late registration does not guarantee t-shirts
*Late registrations will be disqualified from STAR Events
Competitive Event Details
Registration Deadline: February 12, 2027 at 6:00pm
STAR Event Rate: $20 per competitor
Baking and Pastry & Culinary Arts Rate: $25 per competitor
Show-Me Skills Rate: $10 per competitor
No shows or cancellations to Competitive Events after the competition schedule goes live will incur a $25 no show cancellation fee per individual.
The State Leadership Conference submission window for pre-submit events is February 28 -March 6, 2027. The final project must be submitted by 6:00pm on Saturday, March 6, 2027. No late submissions will be accepted, and projects not submitted correctly will be disqualified.
Submissions can be turned in on the Show-Me Skills page under the respective event tab
Chapter Assurances Agreement
All members will be required to complete and sign a DESE & Missouri FCCLA Release and Conduct Form annually. Once the chapter adviser has received all forms, he or she should submit the Chapter Assurances Agreement on the Missouri FCCLA website. It will be required to submit the Chapter Assurances Agreement before attending any Missouri FCCLA event. Advisers and chaperones should always have these forms with them during Missouri FCCLA activities.
Lodging
All conference attendees are required to stay at one of the designated conference hotels. Chapters within 60 minutes of Springfield are not required to stay in a conference hotel.
Deadline
TBD
Competitive Events Online Orientation
All Missouri STAR Events and Show-Me Skills competitors are required to review the online orientation slideshow and submit Online Orientation Documentation to their room consultant at the time of competition. Many frequently-asked questions will be addressed in the orientation information, so completing the orientation is essential. After viewing the orientation, download the documentation form, print and sign it as instructed, and bring it with you to competition.
NOTE: Schedule information included in the Online Orientation slideshow is subject to change.
Competitive Events Volunteers
It is with the support of our amazing volunteer evaluators and room consultants that Missouri FCCLA is able to execute and evaluate hundreds of competitive events at State Leadership Conference. Any individual who is out of high school may volunteer as an evaluator or adult room consultant for STAR Events or Show-Me Skills.
Our talented Competitive Events team will find the best competitive events for you to work with based on your knowledge and experience, along with your interests. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering for STAR Events or Show-Me Skills and are not registered, fill out the volunteer form. If you are registered for the conference, indicate in your registration that you would like to volunteer.
Competitive Events Volunteer Schedule
Click View Assignments to view the competitive events volunteer schedule. All volunteers should confirm their assignment by 6:00pm on TBD. To confirm, type your cell phone number in the appropriate column on the Volunteer Assignments spreadsheet.
Show-Me Skills volunteers will check-in at University Plaza Hotel – (exact location and date/time TBD), and STAR Events volunteers will check-in at (location and date/time TBD). Orientations will take place at competitive event stations at the conclusion of the check-in window each day. The length of the assigned volunteer roles will depend on the number of participants, but Show-Me Skills’ competition window is 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday, March 14, and the STAR Events competition window is 8:00am to 4:00pm on Monday, March 15.
Competitor Confirmation
ALL Competitive Events participants’ advisers will be required to confirm their competition time once the schedule is released on TBD. Times must be confirmed by TBD at 6:00pm.
Column I on the schedule where the adviser must place the adviser’s cell phone number in this location with their first and last name. By adding the number you are confirming the event, school, and participants are correct. Failure to follow this step will result in a deduction of 2 points, and possible disqualification.
Spotlight on Projects
Spotlight on Projects highlights completed projects from the past year, whether completed by the chapter or individuals. Examples may include Power of One projects, National Program projects, STAR Events or Show-Me Skills projects, community service projects, fundraisers, etc. The event will not only provide a showcase opportunity for those participating, but will also serve as a learning opportunity for those who stroll the spotlight area!
Projects will be on display Monday, March 15 in TBD (with the Exhibitors) from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Each project will have half of an 8-foot table and one chair. Electricity will not be provided. Participants will have time to set up displays between 7:00am and 8:30am. Please note that Spotlight on Projects is offered at the same time as several other conference activities. Chapters should ensure that projects are not left alone and have a representative available for the duration of the event.
Deadline: February 1, 2027 @ 6:00pm
Honorary Conference Assistants
Honorary Conference Assistants (HCAs) play a vital role in the operation and success of the annual State Leadership Conference. HCAs must be juniors or seniors in high school, have strong FCCLA experience and knowledge, previously attended an in-person SLC, and not be a competitive events participant.
These youth volunteer personnel have the following responsibilities throughout the conference:
- Ensure correct A/V and room set-up for breakout sessions
- Assist with competitive events
- Assist attendees in finding rooms
- Assist at the FCCLA Store
- Assist at the Expo and Spotlight on Projects
- Ensure individuals with assigned seating find their seats prior to sessions
- Assist with line-up during the Competitive Event Recognition Session
- Other responsibilities as needed
Honorary Conference Assistants will receive their specific assignments at the mandatory orientation session hosted on Sunday, March 14 at (time TBD).
Application Deadline: February 1, 2027 @ 6:00pm
Incentives: Discounted Registration Rate
Content Creators
The Missouri FCCLA Content Creator Team is a team of up to six volunteers who have an interest in technology and social media. They will be updating the official Missouri FCCLA Facebook page and Instagram feeds with conference news and photos from their own unique perspectives as well as writing blog updates for the FCCLA website. The Content Creator Team will provide real-time updates to conference attendees as well as those unable to attend the meeting, such as parents, administrators, and other chapter members.
Potential Content Creators must have experience with social media tools, including Facebook and Instagram. Content Creators will take photos and videos and create content for Missouri FCCLA social media and website, so experience with simple photo editing and movie making tools such as Movie Maker or iMovie as well as Canva is a must. Content Creators should be good writers – proficient in a concise, informational, but yet conversational writing style.
Interested members and advisers should complete the online application by February 1. Selected Content Creators will receive a $75 refund toward their conference registration after successfully completing all Content Creator team assignments.
Search for a National Anthem Performer
CALLING ALL PERFORMERS!
Missouri FCCLA is looking for a talented member, or group of members, to perform the National Anthem at State Leadership Conference! If you sing, play an instrument, are in a small ensemble, or a vocal group we’d love to see what you’ve got!
Application due: February 1, 2027
Apply to perform the National Anthem at State Leadership Conference! The chosen performer(s) will receive discounted conference registration.
Call for Exhibitors and Sponsorships
Our State Leadership Conference can’t be successful without partnerships with Missouri businesses, colleges and universities, non-profits, and other organizations and agencies. Please consider partnering with Missouri FCCLA as an exhibitor and/or a sponsor of our annual conference.
Future State Leadership Conferences

Springfield, Missouri
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2029 | March 18-20

